LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP INSTRUCTIONS

Application:

Complete the Torrance Unified School District Scholarship Application Form (found on our school website’s counseling page-under “Financial Aid & Scholarships”). The application must be typed and printed out. Attach your photo in the designated spot with tape.

Attach 2 letters of recommendation (see below for specific instructions).

Make 5 copies of your completed application AND 5 copies of your two letters of recommendation.

Please DO NOT staple the papers together.

If you would like to be considered for any of the elementary, middle, or high school PTA scholarships, attach 2 copies of your South High PTA Membership Card. The card must be in your name.

Note: This is optional. If you do not already have one, please see Ms. Bernal in the principal’s office to purchase one for $10.

Letters of Recommendation (2 required):

The first letter must be from a teacher you have had in high school (9-12).

Teachers can drop this off or email it to Ms.Maldonado, if they prefer not to hand it directly to you

The second letter must be from a non-teacher (ex: coach, employer, community service leader, club sponsor, religious leader, scout leader, etc.).

No letters may be from a family member, friend, or high school counselor.

You are responsible for getting your letter writers to complete their letters for you before the deadline, as we will not accept letters after the due date. Please give your letter writers at least two weeks advanced notice.

Hints & Reminders:

Be sure to obtain necessary signatures from your parent/guardian before turning anything in.

The more details you give us, the better!

Your 5 application packets must be turned in to Ms. Maldonado no later than

December 14, 2018 at 3 pm (NO EXCEPTIONS)!!

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

If you have any questions regarding local scholarship applications, please see Ms.Maldonado!

Checklist:

5 copies of the TUSD Scholarship Application Form, with photo

2 Letters of Recommendation (5 copies of each letter)

2 copies of your South High PTA Membership Card, if applicable